Customer Service Management

Brenda DeBellis

** ****** ****** ~ Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 ~ H: 570-***-**** ~ C: 570-449-

**** ~ *********@*****.***

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Accomplished Financial Professional with progressive experience in the

field of accounting. Ability to assist in controllership duties while

ensuring the integrity of all financial transactions. Highly skilled in

collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve financial

objectives and business goals. Proven success in optimizing cash flow,

streamlining financial processes, enhancing productivity levels,

introducing process improvements, and implementing technology solutions.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), QuickBooks, Anzio,

FRx, Quicken, Lotus 1,2,3, AS400, ABRA, IQWare, and Great Plains.

Additional core competencies include:

( Financial Stewardship ( Accounting & Cash Flow

Management

( Financial Reporting ( Accounts Receivable & Accounts

Payable

( GAAP Compliance ( General Ledger Activity

( Taxation & Auditing ( Payroll & Tax Filings

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

. Promoted to a position of increased responsibility at ROPA Associates

due to the initiative to take on new tasks while implementing process

improvements.

. Proposed and integrated new month-end strategies to enter, record, and

compile journal entry data.

. Established a new month-end task list and schedule for the accounting

department closing procedure, which significantly enhanced efficiency.

. Played a key role in the start-up of a newly formed non-profit

organization, LifePath Foundation, which included establishing the

financial infrastructure.

. Researched and provided information to senior management at LifePath

concerning a new way of processing checks while utilizing process

automation to boost productivity.

. Formulated effective procedures and training programs that resulted in

maximized efficiency.

. Developed financial statements, completed general ledger transactions,

and prepared financial reports for management teams that aided in

business decision-making.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

ROPA ASSOCIATES D/B/A SPLIT ROCK RESORT, Lake Harmony, PA (2011 - 2013)

Senior Accountant

Led financial management and accounting functions utilizing superior

quantitative skills for 7 inter-companies within the resort including 6

accounts receivable/accounts payable divisions and a chart of accounts

including over 370 profit centers and 76 departments. Managed accounts

receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. Mentored and trained

the staff in performing at optimal levels. Analyzed the P&L statement and

detailed balance sheet to determine financial discrepancies and required

adjusting entries. Performed monthly bank reconciliations for 13 accounts.

Cut payroll commission checks as well as processed garnishments and rent

deductions. Entered accounts receivable entries for credit card payments

and removed finance charges for 6 divisions. Assisted in monthly analysis

and interpretation of financial statements. Participated in year-end audit

preparation. Prepared account analysis for 16+ accounts. Completed journal

entries for 7 inter-companies into the general ledger for monthly/year-end

closing. Entered data for 50+ journal entries monthly including prepaid

expenses/insurance, accruals, workers compensation, depreciation, food and

beverage inventories, real estate taxes, fixed costs, payroll allocation,

Intercompany billings, deferred revenue, EDP and laundry allocations, A/P

and A/R aging's, etc. Prepared monthly amusement tax, quarterly hotel room

excise tax, and year-end 1099s for 3 companies. Managed weekly cash

disbursements list, prepared monthly check requests, and developed monthly

hotel occupancy reports.

Key Achievements:

. Maintained responsibility for financial reporting and ensured the

financial integrity of management reports for the CEO and Controller.

. Played a key role in improving financial processes and producing

timely financial statements.

. Managed general ledger activity including account analysis, account

reconciliation, journal entry preparation, and closing.

LIFEPATH, INC., Bethlehem, PA (2006 - 2010)

Staff Accountant

Maintained responsibility for monthly/quarterly and annual account analysis

for general ledger accounts, payroll account analysis, as well as bank

reconciliations. Administered accounts receivable and accounts payable

transactions including biweekly client direct deposit transactions, writing

checks, posting invoices, and A/P and A/R aging reconciliation. Executed

all aspects of general ledger and month end journal entry postings and

uploads. Monitored quarterly asset tagging. Completed month end journal

entries such as prepaid expenses/insurance, accruals, bank fees, etc.

Developed monthly reports for the CEO and company directors. Compiled data

for internal and external audits. Reconciled over 100 client bank

statements. Liaised with bank representatives and IRS customer service to

monitor company information and signers. Assisted, input, and provided

information for annual cost reports.

Key Achievements:

. Developed business analytics and financial metrics that detailed

financial performance, vital signs, outside staffing, and variance

reports.

. Provided support in auditing functions associated with information,

internal controls, and risk management.

EBI MEDICAL SYSTEMS, Parsippany, NJ (2003 - 2006)

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Charged with performing general accounting responsibilities and financial

data integrity. Participated in cash flow management. Managed general

ledger activity as well as posted transactions and journal entries to the

general ledger. Researched and identified missing EOB information for

federal un-applied account. Reported NSF/stop payments, unidentified

checks, interest payments, and currency differences.

Key Achievements:

. Handled transactions valued at $35,000 to over $1 million daily using

sound financial acumen.

. Prepared timely financial reports that aided in business decisions.

. Spearheaded efforts to prepare lock box batch control sheets and

reports from bank statements.

Early Career:

Assistant Accountant/Intern - Sutak Business Machines, Walnutport, PA

(2002)

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration, Accounting (2006)

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ON-LINE, Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Science in Accounting (2002)

CEDAR CREST COLLEGE, Allentown, PA

CREDENTIALS

Treasurer of RMEHA Homeowners Association

Who's Who Registry of Executives and Professionals 2007/2008

Who's Who Among High School Students 1996/1997

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